Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about and investigating the properties of metals and non-metals. Students will recall the properties of metals and non-metals, explain how elements are classified as metals and non-metals, and use patterns to classify an element as a metal or non-metal. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of The Periodic Table topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. 27 slides in total for the lesson PPT

KS3 new for the AQA Activate 2 unit ‘Earth’ or the Oxford Activate 2 unit 'Metal and Acids’. Full lesson ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Though designed for teachers to deliver (specialist and non-specialists), the lessons are structured in an intuitive way for students to navigate for independent/ remote learning/ homework covering missed content/recap Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing plenary sections for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Covers an hour lesson of content matched to the specification 37 ppt slides Please give constructive feedback :D

KS3 Activate 2 module 'Metals and Acids’ or KS3 Activate 2 modules ‘Reactions’ Lesson ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing Plenary section for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Please leave some constructive feedback :D

Comprehension and additional task exercises pages 92 and 93 from Next Page Science KS3 Complete. Accompanying PowerPoint and word searches available for free from the website. This exercise covers: • The position of metals and non-metals on the periodic table • The properties of metals to include: conductors, strong, shiny, sonorous, dense, high melting points, magnetic metals (Fe, Ni, Co), ductile, malleable and ability to make alloys • The properties of non-metals to include: insulators, not strong, often gases at room temp (minus boiling points), not dense, not magnetic, dull • Two exercises on the properties of metals • An exercise recognising where metals and non-metals are on the periodic table • An exercise where students can write about the uses of metal they know about • Amazing WHAT? facts

New for the AQA GCSE 1-9 Combined Trilogy Unit ‘C12 The Earth’s Resources’. Full lessons ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Lesson meets the full criteria for this unit Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing Plenary sections for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Each lesson covers at least an hour of lesson time 48 ppt slides Please leave constructive feedback :D

Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about and investigating the reactions of various metals with dilute acids. Students will practice writing word equations to represent these chemical reactions and explain a metal-acid reaction using particle diagrams. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet, quizzes and class practicals/demos for students to complete. This resource is part of the Metals and Acids topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 17 slides in total for the lesson PPT, worksheet

Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about and investigating the reactions of various metals with water. Students will practice writing word equations to represent these chemical reactions and use the reactivity series to predict reactions. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Metals and Acids topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. *INCLUDED: 16 slides in total for the lesson PPT, Differentiated worksheet. *

New for the AQA GCSE 1-9 Combined Trilogy Unit ‘C3 Structure and Bonding’. Full lessons ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Lesson meets the full criteria for this unit Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing Plenary sections for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Each lesson covers at least an hour of lesson time 24 ppt slides Practice questions and Mark scheme Please leave constructive feedback :D

Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about and investigating metal displacement reactions. Students will practice writing word equations to represent these chemical reactions and use the reactivity series to explain displacement reactions. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Metals and Acids topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. 16 slides in total for the lesson PPT

A revision homework or class worksheet with answers that covers Metallic Bonding in C2 GCSE Chemistry. Topics include Pure Metals, Alloys and Properties with a variety of questions, completing sentences and 3D models. Tes bundles containing this resource: 80 Homework Sheets Ultra Bundle GCSE Chemistry (AQA) 10 Sheet Chemical Bonding and Structure Home Learning Bundle GCSE 5 Sheet Bonding Home Learning Bundle GCSE You might also like these resources on Tes: Covalent Bonding Home Learning Worksheet GCSE Ionic Bonding Home Learning Worksheet GCSE Ionic Compounds Home Learning Worksheet GCSE Nanoparticles Home Learning Worksheet GCSE Formation of Ions Home Learning Worksheet GCSE Browse resources in the same category Chemistry resources (link in bio) Chemical Bonding and Structure resources (link in bio) Bonding resources (link in bio) ❤️ You can also try out our free resources on Tes What’s included? 👀 1 Revision/worksheet with a variety of different questions 1 Answer sheet with solutions Which content does it cover? 📚 This practice sheet covers part of Topic 2 of Chemistry - Bonding, Structure and Properties of Matter It’s designed for both GCSE Triple Award Science (separate sciences) and Double Award Science (combined science) students. It’s optimised for the AQA Grade 9-1 Specification 2020 It is also suitable for lower ability students

This GCSE Chemistry PowerPoint presentation covers the extraction of metals, focusing on different methods used based on the metal’s position in the reactivity series. It includes engaging explanations, practical applications, and exam-style questions to help students understand carbon reduction, electrolysis, and the extraction of iron in a blast furnace. What’s Included? Definition of a metal ore – Explanation of what ores are and why some metals need to be extracted while others exist in pure form. Reactivity series – Understanding how metal reactivity determines the extraction method used. Electrolysis for highly reactive metals – Explanation of why metals above carbon (e.g., aluminum, sodium, magnesium) are extracted using electrolysis. Reduction with carbon – How metals below carbon (e.g., iron, zinc, lead) are extracted using carbon reduction. Blast furnace process for iron extraction – Step-by-step reactions, role of coke, limestone, and hot air, and key chemical equations. Oxidation and reduction concepts – Identifying what is oxidized and reduced in metal extraction reactions. Word and symbol equations – Example equations for extracting different metals, with opportunities for student practice. Review and exam-style questions – to check understanding. Why Use This Resource? Aligned with GCSE Chemistry (AQA) specification. Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) – Customizable for different lesson styles and student needs. Clear visuals and structured explanations – Ideal for classroom teaching or independent learning. Develops key exam skills – Helps students practice writing equations and explaining extraction methods. Last updated: February 2025. Perfect for teachers, tutors, and students looking for a comprehensive and engaging resource on metal extraction. Download now to enhance your chemistry lessons!

This resource contains 3 worksheets for extracting metals that can be used in class or as homework to enable your students to practice what they have learnt in the classroom. Students will go over the extraction methods for the the following: Iron Titanium Zinc We have worksheets for the following topics in Chemistry Paper 1: Atomic Structure and The Periodic Table Atoms, Elements and Compounds Mixtures and Separation Techniques Relative Atomic Mass and Electronic Structure The Periodic Table and Metals Groups 0 & 1 Group 7 Bonding, Structure, and The Properties of Matter Ionic Bonding Covalent and Metallic Bonding Structure and Bonding of Carbon Quantitative Chemistry Balancing Equations % Mass Relative Atomic and Formula Mass Amount of Substances in Equations The Mole Using Moles to Balance Equations Limiting Reactants Concentration of Solutions Chemical Changes Metal Oxides and Reactivity Series Displacement Reactions Extraction of Metals and Reduction Ionic Equations Reactions of Metals with Acids Neutralisation of Acids pH Scale, Neuralisation, and Strong & Weak Acids Electrolysis Energy Changes Energy Transfers and Reaction Profiles Energy Changes of Reactions More worksheets will be added in the future. Please rate and review this resource. Thank you!

New for the AQA GCSE 1-9 Combined Trilogy Unit ‘C2 Periodic Table’. Full lessons ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Lesson meets the full criteria for this unit Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing Plenary sections for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Each lesson covers at least an hour of lesson time 34 ppt slides Please leave constructive feedback :D

Perfect if you teach GCSE Chemistry Single Science, this fully differentiated and resourced lesson supports your students in learning about transition metals, corrosion and alloys. Covering the full GCSE Chemistry specification, this resource is adapted to cover all exam boards. Students will: Recall the structure and bonding of metals. Describe the general physical and chemical properties of transition metals. Explain what is meant by corrosion and rusting. Describe the methods of rust prevention, and explain what is meant by sacrificial protection. Explain how electroplating works. Describe what alloys are, describe the uses of alloys and explain why alloys are stronger than pure metals. This lesson includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, exam style questions and progress quizzes for students to complete. Enjoy and feel free to leave a review. INCLUDED IN BUNDLE: 21 slide PowerPoint Presentation with key points, progress check questions, checkpoints, practice exam questions and quizzes.

During this lesson (C5.4 Salts from metals) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how reacting metals and acids produces a salt. Based on the 4th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C5: Chemical changes chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (18 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

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A worksheet I used with a low-achieving group, so that they could investigate the properties of metals and non-metals.

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Summary assessment lesson for the new AQA GCSE spec. Students assess their prior learning in the starter by choosing a set of questions to answer. In the main activity, they need to make the key notes on the three topics which can be added to from textbooks/ revision guides etc. The topic that they start with is the topic that they ignored because it was too hard in the starter. Once they have made notes, they complete a set of questions before self assessing with the mark scheme. There are differentiated questions for ionic and covalent bonding. Plenary is an exam question to check understanding. I have run this as a challenge race where students record their scores for the 3 topics on the board and prizes are awarded for the highest mark in each section, the highest total mark and the first person to complete all three sections. It has worked well with a low ability and low motivation group.